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My Favorite Christmas Photo of ALL TIME II Paris Couples Photographer, Katie Donnelly

“Two minutes okay? That’s it. And it’s slippery so PLEASE be careful!.” the manager of the four seasons quickly warned us. Okay okay, 2 minutes. I told them to carefully…
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Happy Tuesday

Sometimes you just need a croissant and a silly face to brighten up your day. Happy Tuesday, folks!
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Things I’m Thankful for II American in Paris

I love that every year we have an entire holiday around being thankful. You sit at the table before you eat and you give thanks to the big and the…
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The Authentic Portrait: A Parent’s Guide to Documenting Childhood II Family Photographer Katie Donnelly

You ever have one of those holy crap moments? The ones that should be accompanied with dramatic film music and a gasp? Yeah, you know what I’m talking about. Well I…
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Windy + Magical Morning in Front of the Eiffel Tower II Paris, France Couples Photographer

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#TheAuthenticPortrait – Straighten UP!! II Paris Photographer

The other day I was relaxing at home after a crazy day- Grilled chicken and avocado sandwich in hand for dinner, cat snuggling with me on the couch and I…
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Who is Making Up These BS Rules? II Paris Engagement Photographer

They say not to friend your clients, to keep it a business, to not get too personal. Who the HELL is letting these people make the “rules”? One of the…
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TRAVEL DATES: California Here We Come!!!!

BOOKING NOW for very limited slots! Email me for more details and to book!
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A Winter Engagement Session in Paris, Exploring the Marais and the Champs Elysées – Paris Photographer

I love sharing my photos and photo session stories with you. I have so many beautiful session memories to share that it’s hard to find the time to write everything…
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3 Tips for Easily Capturing Motion II #TheAuthenticPortrait, Learn Photography

SOOOOOOO many times I have moms emailing me when they book a session saying things like: 1. “Katie, I have no good photos of me with my kids (I’m always…
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Kids = Fearless Tiny People Who Think They’re Giants – Using Perspective to Improve your Photography

When my nephew was around 6 months old I was hanging out with him and my brother and I had a sudden realization: Babies are like drunk, little people. Reason?…
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THIS is what’s missing in your photos (And the reason why your 2yr old sometimes looks more evil than angelic)

Ever take a photo of someone and although it’s cute, it’s missing some ‘life’? It’s hard to describe, but that sparkle just isn’t there. All of a sudden you’re adorable…
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#TheAuthenticPortrait – Photography tips and a community for all

Now launching #TheAuthenticPortrait series on here on the blog and instagram!! It’s been in the works for months and I’m so crazy excited about it for you guys! KATIE, BUT…
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Early Morning Laid Back Couples Session – Saint Germain, Paris

Early morning sessions are by far my favorite! Minus the waking up early part. (If only early morning could mean 10am! Ha!) There’s this beautiful morning light filling up the…
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The Funny Thing About Autumn – Paris Lifestyle Photographer

Autumn is a special time. I think about warm Indian summer colors, pumpkins, over-sized sweaters, new babies, snuggling in bed and of course the beautiful changing landscape that simply captivates…
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He’s Proudest in his Minion ‘Big Boy’ Underpants… II Paris Europe Family Photographer

Recently I was going through my stuff back at home in NY and came across my high school yearbook.. It hasn’t even been 10 years since I graduated, mind you,…
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PUBLISHED: Katie Donnelly for Image Magazine – Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

How cool is this? Going to work and being able to photograph other artists in Paris. And not any other artists, Irish artists successfully doing their thing here. Diverse and…
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At Home FAMILY Session Fun – Paris Ile-De-France Family Photographer

When my clients get in touch with me asking about having a photo session at home I always do a little “Yipee” in my head.. I LOVE working with families…
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If it’s your birthday raise your hand!! II Europe Travel Photographer, Katie Donnelly

** Raises hand ** YES! It’s my BIRTHDAY!! Woohoo!! And I can’t decide if I want box confetti cake or Pierre Hermé pastries. Do I go American or French? I’m…
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What I learned from having my OWN photo session in the HEAT (With my Mama!)

I had a mama daughter photo session a few weeks ago. It was the PERFECT surprise gift for my mama when she was here visiting! I love having new experiences…
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NYC Travel Dates Released! – NYC Lifestyle Photographer, Katie Donnelly

Mama, mama I’m coming HOOOOOOOOOMMMMMMMMMMEEEEEEE, I’m coming HOOOOO-OOOOOMMMMMMMMMEEEE! IT IS TIME! I haven’t been back in the U, S of A since Christmas and I’m itching for that 100 percent…
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One thing I LOVE about Kids II France Lifestyle Family Photographer

One of the many things I like about photographing kids and families is the spontaneity. Like when you get a call a few minutes before the session because your client…
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How you can “Have it All” – Lifestyle Travel Photographer, Katie Donnelly

I often get friends and family telling me how wonderful it must be to travel, have your own business and do what you love everyday. They say I’m lucky. And…
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The Best Time to Have Your Photo Session II Paris Lifestyle Photographer

Lets agree that if youre having a photo shoot you want to look good. No squinting, comfortable and in a zen state of mind. If you’re a photographer you most likely…
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Where to Get Vintage French Smocked Dresses in Paris

It's totally true, the French just dress better (even Emily in Paris agrees!)

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My Favorite Christmas Photo of ALL TIME II Paris Couples Photographer, Katie Donnelly

Happy Tuesday

Things I’m Thankful for II American in Paris

The Authentic Portrait: A Parent’s Guide to Documenting Childhood II Family Photographer Katie Donnelly

Windy + Magical Morning in Front of the Eiffel Tower II Paris, France Couples Photographer

#TheAuthenticPortrait – Straighten UP!! II Paris Photographer

Who is Making Up These BS Rules? II Paris Engagement Photographer

TRAVEL DATES: California Here We Come!!!!

A Winter Engagement Session in Paris, Exploring the Marais and the Champs Elysées – Paris Photographer

3 Tips for Easily Capturing Motion II #TheAuthenticPortrait, Learn Photography

Kids = Fearless Tiny People Who Think They’re Giants – Using Perspective to Improve your Photography

THIS is what’s missing in your photos (And the reason why your 2yr old sometimes looks more evil than angelic)

#TheAuthenticPortrait – Photography tips and a community for all

Early Morning Laid Back Couples Session – Saint Germain, Paris

The Funny Thing About Autumn – Paris Lifestyle Photographer

He’s Proudest in his Minion ‘Big Boy’ Underpants… II Paris Europe Family Photographer

PUBLISHED: Katie Donnelly for Image Magazine – Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

At Home FAMILY Session Fun – Paris Ile-De-France Family Photographer

If it’s your birthday raise your hand!! II Europe Travel Photographer, Katie Donnelly

What I learned from having my OWN photo session in the HEAT (With my Mama!)

NYC Travel Dates Released! – NYC Lifestyle Photographer, Katie Donnelly

One thing I LOVE about Kids II France Lifestyle Family Photographer

How you can “Have it All” – Lifestyle Travel Photographer, Katie Donnelly

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